Product Details
The ABB 26390603-A, also cataloged as the DSTK 150 Cable Assembly, operates as a dedicated hardware component for internal bus signal interconnections within ABB Advant Master Process Control Systems.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | DSTK 150 |
| Order Code | 26390603-A |
| Brand | ABB |
| Origin | Sweden / EU |
| Product Type | Cable Assemblies |
| Cable Type | Flat ribbon cable assembly |
| Cable Length | 3.0 m |
| Cable Diameter | 1 mm |
| Connector Configuration | 64-pin to 40-pin |
| Weight | 0.24 kg |
| Dimensions | 3.0 m length x 1 mm thickness |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 55 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Passive physical conductor assembly |
| RoHS Compliance | Exempt from 2011/65/EU (RoHS) under Article 2(4) |
| WEEE Category | Product not within WEEE scope |
Backplane Bus Communication & Field I/O Density Scaling
The ABB DSTK 150 flat ribbon cable assembly facilitates high-speed parallel bus communications between rack sub-assemblies and termination units in Advant Master architectures. Transitioning from a 64-pin connector to a 40-pin header interface, the assembly maintains low signal latency and impedance consistency across all conducting pairs. The multi-core ribbon geometry minimizes cross-talk interference while supporting scalable I/O density routing across dense control cabinet configurations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What pin transition does the DSTK 150 cable assembly perform between hardware sub-assemblies?
A: The ribbon assembly interfaces a 64-pin system backplane connector directly to a 40-pin target termination card or subrack connector.
Q: Is hot-unplugging permitted for the DSTK 150 cable during system operation?
A: Ribbon cable disconnection must only be performed after de-energizing the subrack segment to prevent bus logic errors or electrical voltage transients across active I/O cards.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Verify subrack power is switched off prior to installing or removing the ribbon assembly.
- Align the 64-pin and 40-pin connector keyed slots with the corresponding male headers on the backplane or terminal board.
- Apply uniform pressure across the connector body until the side locking clips snap securely into place.
- Avoid tight bending radii or sharp twists in the 1 mm flat ribbon body to prevent internal conductor fracturing.
- Ensure the cable path is routed clear of high-power AC lines and sharp metal edges within the cabinet frame.
Additional Information
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Tech & Buying Guide
Comprehensive Guide to Instrumentation and Control (I&C) Design Basis
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The Shift to Flexible IO Modules in Modern Industrial Automation
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